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  Finn Allen, spinners decimate Delhi Capitals as Kolkata register fourth consecutive wins in IPL 2026

  Cricket | May 08, 2026 22:43 IST

  Finn Allen’s explosive century and a dominant display from KKR’s spinners powered Kolkata Knight Riders to a convincing win over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. After restricting DC to 142, Allen smashed 10 sixes in a stunning knock to seal KKR’s fourth straight victory.

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  Why is Matheesha Pathirana not playing for KKR vs DC? When will he play for Kolkata in IPL 2026?

  Cricket | May 08, 2026 19:17 IST

  Matheesha Pathirana missed KKR’s IPL 2026 clash against Delhi Capitals as the franchise chose not to rush him back from a hamstring injury. Mentor Dwayne Bravo said the pacer is close to returning, but Kolkata want to manage his recovery carefully.

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  Mustafizur Rahman's exclusion from IPL 2026 was 'unfortunate', says chairman Arun Dhumal

  Cricket | April 02, 2026 21:21 IST

  IPL chairman Arun Dhumal termed Mustafizur Rahman’s KKR exclusion "unfortunate," due to geopolitical tensions. The pacer's 9.20 crore deal was axed, sparking a World Cup boycott by Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Mustafizur is currently excelling for PSL's Lahore Qalandars.

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  KKR predicted playing XI for IPL 2026: Kolkata's possible opening combo and who will replace Russell

  Cricket | March 26, 2026 10:29 IST

  KKR face a tricky IPL 2026 start with key absences in their bowling line-up. Finn Allen and Ajinkya Rahane are likely to open, while the team searches for a solution to fill Andre Russell’s role. The squad will rely on a mix of experienced and emerging players.

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  KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane puts focus on 'fearless, positive brand of cricket' ahead of IPL 2026

  Cricket | March 25, 2026 15:59 IST

  Kolkata Knight Riders will aim to put up a better show after failing to impress during their title defence in 2025. KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane stressed on the fearless and positive brand of cricket ahead of IPL 2026.

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  First times in IPL history: KKR honours Andre Russell by retiring jersey number 12

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 23:10 IST

  KKR retired Andre Russell’s iconic No. 12 jersey ahead of IPL 2026, marking the first such honour in league history. The veteran turned emotional at the tribute and will now serve as Power Coach, mentoring the next generation.

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  Rinku Singh gets new role, appointed vice-captain of KKR ahead of IPL 2026

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 20:15 IST

  Rinku Singh will deputise Ajinkya Rahane at Kolkata Knight Riders, as he has been named the vice-captain of the team ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026.

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  KKR pick replacement for Akash Deep ahead of IPL 2026; tournament's remainder schedule soon

  Cricket | March 22, 2026 23:53 IST

  Kolkata Knight Riders have signed Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for pacer Akash Deep for IPL 2026. The BCCI is working on announcing the remainder of the schedule for the IPL 2026.

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  3 players who can replace Akash Deep in KKR squad for IPL 2026

  Cricket | March 21, 2026 17:22 IST

  KKR suffer another setback as Akash Deep is ruled out of IPL 2026 with a lower back stress reaction, sidelining him for up to 12 weeks. With Harshit Rana out and Pathirana delayed, the franchise is assessing domestic pacers as replacement options. Here are three possible candidates:

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  Angkrish Raghuvanshi smacks century in KKR's intra-squad practice match, Kartik Tyagi impresses

  Cricket | March 20, 2026 22:55 IST

  Angkrish Raghuvanshi hit a 55-ball century for Kolkata Knight Riders in an intra-squad match at Eden Gardens, while Kartik Tyagi impressed with 3 wickets. Sarthak Ranjan, Tim Seifert and Rinku Singh also starred as KKR fine-tune their XI ahead of IPL 2026.

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  Ajinkya Rahane praises KKR's batting unit, keeps mystery around opening slot ahead of IPL 2026

  Cricket | March 20, 2026 20:03 IST

  KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane praises the team’s batting unit ahead of IPL 2026, while the franchise evaluates its opening combination. In intra-squad matches, Sarthak Ranjan, Tim Seifert and Rinku Singh impressed in the first innings, while other batters showed mixed form.

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  When will Matheesha Pathirana join KKR squad for IPL 2026? Head coach Abhishek Nayar confirms

  Cricket | March 20, 2026 18:10 IST

  Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Abhishek Nayar confirmed that Matheesha Pathirana is yet to get his NOC from Sri Lanka Cricket, who are tracking his development. The 23-year-old is expected to be fit by mid-April and will join the KKR squad after that.

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  Matheesha Pathirana likely to play KKR's first IPL 2026 opener vs SRH; NOC to be given next week

  Cricket | March 19, 2026 23:30 IST

  Matheesha Pathirana is likely to be available for KKR’s IPL 2026 opener after recovering from a hamstring injury. While awaiting SLC clearance, he has resumed bowling, with the franchise confident of his return to strengthen their pace attack.

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  KKR invite three pacers for trials as three-time champions seek Harshit Rana's replacement in IPL

  Cricket | March 18, 2026 21:59 IST

  KKR are assessing Simarjeet Singh, KM Asif and Sandeep Warrier as replacements for injured Harshit Rana ahead of IPL 2026. With Matheesha Pathirana’s availability uncertain, the franchise is reshaping its pace attack while awaiting key arrivals.

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  Faf du Plessis advises KKR to play IPL 2026 matches on spin-friendly deck amid injury concerns

  Cricket | March 18, 2026 21:28 IST

  Faf du Plessis believes KKR’s IPL 2026 success depends on spin-friendly Eden Gardens pitches to maximise Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy. However, such conditions could challenge their pace-heavy batting unit and overall team balance.

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  'No consistency from them': Anil Kumble highlights wrong decisions taken by KKR ahead of IPL 2026

  Cricket | March 14, 2026 19:48 IST

  Kolkata Knight Riders won the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) but struggled a lot last year, failing to make it to the playoffs. Ahead of IPL 2026, former India cricketer Anil Kumble has highlighted the wrong decisions that the franchise that hurt the team eventually.

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  3 cricketers who can replace Harshit Rana in KKR squad for IPL 2026, after reports of pacer's injury

  Cricket | March 13, 2026 23:23 IST

  Kolkata Knight Riders pacer Harshit Rana is reportedly ruled out of the IPL 2026. He suffered a knee injury during India's warm-up games before the T20 World Cup 2026. Take a look at three bowlers who can replace Harshit once KKR announces the details on the pacer.

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  Harshit Rana ruled out of IPL 2026, KKR working on replacement: Report

  Cricket | March 13, 2026 20:21 IST

  KKR all-rounder Harshit Rana is ruled out of IPL 2026 due to a knee injury sustained during T20 World Cup warm-ups. In the meantime, Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani replaced Mustafizur Rahman, while Matheesha Pathirana’s fitness remains uncertain, compounding KKR’s death-over woes.

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  Umran Malik concedes 36 in over, 59 in two; worrying signs for KKR ahead of IPL 2026

  Cricket | February 26, 2026 8:07 IST

  Kolkata Knight Riders face mounting concerns ahead of IPL 2026 as Umran Malik concedes 59 runs in two overs in DY Patil T20 Cup. Injuries to Matheesha Pathirana and Harshit Rana, plus poor form from key players, add to KKR’s growing worries.

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  Mustafizur Rahman joins PSL team after being dropped from KKR squad for IPL 2026

  Cricket | February 05, 2026 17:12 IST

  Mustafizur Rahman joined Lahore Qalandars for PSL 2026 after being released by KKR due to BCCI rules. His IPL exit triggered controversy, leading to Bangladesh’s removal from the T20 World Cup and Pakistan planning a boycotting the marquee India clash on February 15.